Odessa, Texas Weather History

Texas, United States  •  45 yrs data 📍 31.8270°N, 102.4179°W
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Quick Climate Facts

(1981 – 2025)
Hottest Month
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Jun
Avg 82.9°F
Min 60.1°F
Max 105.8°F
Coldest Month
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Jan
Avg 46.7°F
Min 20.4°F
Max 73.1°F
Wettest Month
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Sep
56 mm
Driest Month
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Jan
16 mm
Most Humid
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Dec
57%
Least Humid
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Apr
40%
Highest Ever
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116.4°F
Jun 1994
Lowest Ever
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0.3°F
Feb 2021
Monthly Climate Data
Month 🌤️ High Low Avg Humid % Rain (mm) Wind (m/s) Solar (kWh/m²)

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Odessa Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Odessa

January is Odessa's coldest month, with average lows reaching 20.5°F.
🌡️ December to February (avg)  ·  20.7°F75.7°F

🧥 Expect frosty nights and below-freezing temperatures during this Cold Winter period.

☀️ Summer in Odessa

Summer temperatures in Odessa peak in June, climbing to 105.8°F.
🌡️ June to August (avg)  ·  63.5°F104.4°F

🌤️ Limit midday outdoor exposure and stay hydrated — this is an intense Hot Summer.

🌧️ Rainiest Period in Odessa

Odessa sees its highest rainfall in September, receiving approximately 56 mm of precipitation.
🌧️ May to September (avg)  ·  up to 56 mm

☔ Rainfall is spread across the year with no sharply defined wet season.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 1981–2025 climate normals · °F

🌡️ Odessa Monthly Temperature Guide

Jun is the hottest month in Odessa, with average highs reaching 105.8°F, while Jan is the coldest with lows dropping to 20.4°F.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in Jun, and gradually decline through fall into winter.

These seasonal patterns make summer pleasant for travel, while winters can bring frost and occasional snowfall.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 1981–2025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💨 Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 1981–2025

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Odessa

Odessa receives its highest rainfall in Sep, while humidity peaks during winter months.
🌧️ Wettest: Sep — 56 mm ☀️ Driest: Jan — 16 mm

💧 Humidity peaks at 57% in Dec · annual avg 50%

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:65.7°F
Avg Annual Rainfall:407 mm
Avg Humidity:50%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

Odessa Climate Overview

Odessa has a warm subtropical climate with warm summers and cold winters.

Temperatures peak in Jun and drop to their lowest in Jan, while rainfall is highest during autumn months.

Humidity remains relatively low throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating cold and dry conditions.

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Odessa's recorded history was 2023 (avg: 69.3°F), while the coldest year was 1991 (avg: 63°F), based on annual average temperatures.

📊 Key Climate Trends

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

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Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °F

Odessa's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 116.4°F in Jun 1994, while the lowest dropped to 0.3°F in Feb 2021.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Odessa shows noticeable variation. Rainfall has decreased in recent years compared to earlier periods.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest  ·  ❄️ coldest  ·  🌧️ wettest

Year Min Temp Avg Temp Max Temp Rainfall (mm) Avg Humidity Avg Wind

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Odessa?
Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), Jun is typically the hottest month in Odessa, Texas, with average high temperatures around 105.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Odessa?
Jan is the coldest month in Odessa, with average low temperatures around 20.4°F.
What is the rainiest month in Odessa?
Sep receives the most rainfall with approximately 56 mm, while Jan is the driest with 16 mm.
What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Odessa?
The highest recorded temperature was 116.4°F in Jun 1994. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.
What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Odessa?
The lowest recorded temperature was 0.3°F in Feb 2021.
How many years of data does this page cover?
This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.
How much sunlight does Odessa get?
Odessa receives the most sunlight in Jun with an average solar radiation of 7.58 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning, agriculture, and understanding seasonal sunshine availability in Texas.
Where does this weather data come from?
All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 1981–2025
  • Years: 45